CARS

Remember when you were a kid and you went to Disneyland for the first time? Pretty magical! I just went a few years ago and it was still the happiest place on earth. 1 sunny fall day we stumbled upon a little Disney in our very own city. If you have a little boy chances are he's in love with Lightning McQueen. Lighting is the boy version of Cinderella. Every little girl goes to Disneyland and wants to be a princess. Every little boy goes there and wants to go fast like the rookie race car Lightning McQueen. The cars characters are everywhere in our house. Chase's favorite song is life is a highway and I sit on the floor once a day at least and play Flo's V8 cafe with him. ;) Seeing the 'real' cars characters was incredible for Chase. Let me tell you as a Mommy it was pretty magical too.

"I can't believe it Mom!"

Nannie and Chase played at the playground and we ended the day with a yummy cupcake!

SO much to be thankful for!

We had the privilege of hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year at our house for Chad's family. I even made my first turkey. There are a few things I'd change next time I make one but for the most part a success.

The highlight of the evening was when Ty apologized to my MIL for forgetting to give her a birthday gift in April. He said he had just found the present recently. Bonni opened it and found baby Bennett's 1st picture wrapped in a beautiful Grandma frame!!! It was the perfect ending to a great day! I'm so thrilled to become an Auntie for the first time. I'm secretly hoping it's a little girl so I can spoil her with all the cute girly things. :)

Chase & Cyrus' little cousin is due April 26th which is my MIL's birthday!

Pretty fabulous birthday gift. ;)

This year I found myself feeling SO grateful for such amazing family! My Papa always taught me the value of family but I guess more than ever I understand it. My husband, who makes me laugh, listens to me chatter on and on and reassures me all the time. My handsome little guys, who make me laugh until my side hurts, challenge me to grow and learn how to be a better Mommy and just fill my life with purpose. My Mom, who everyday loves me unconditionally, pours her wisdom on me and covers me with prayer & love. My brother, who dreams big with me, loves to celebrate and enjoy life and who has taught me how to love everyone for who they are. I have a large family so this could go on and on. I simply want you all to know that for 2011 I'm so blessed and thankful to have such a great family! xo

Cyrus' 1st hair cut!

Yes, my son is 4 months old getting his first hair cut and yes I let it grow too long. You know its long when the pizza guy comes to your door and goes on & on about how lovely your daughter is. I didn't have the heart to tell him it was a boy. I just quickly closed the door and called my Mom to hurry over to play Nannie hair dresser. Mom gave Chase his 1st hair cut so of course she'd do Cy's as well. He looks so handsome now!

Before

After

Fun @ the zoo!

We managed to get a family day and decided to head to the zoo. Chad had never been to our local zoo and Chase loves it. It was so nice to push the stroller and watch Chad & Chase walk hand in hand around the zoo learning about all the different animals. We had a fantastic day!

Let's play!

I love play dates! I know they're for the kids but honestly I just love watching them play together and interact. I also really appreciate the energy that gets burnt off. :)

3 whole months!

13 lbs

26 inches